“This is a good place to point out the inaccuracy of the phrase “Migraine Headache” as it’s commonly used. The phrase is usually used instead of “Migraine Attack.” . . . This may seem like a small matter, but if we stop referring to Migraines as “headaches” or “Migraine Headaches”, it will help educate people to the fact that Migraine is a genetic neurological disorder…”
“Enough progress has been made in recent years that effective preventive regimens can be found for at least 95-98 percent of people with chronic headaches and Migraine Disease.” p.79
(Regarding keeping up friendships)“If activities you usually share are triggering activities for you, here’s where a little creativity can enter into the situation. . . Look beyond the activities you usually share and find others that you can share and mutually enjoy without triggering a headache or Migraine” p.182
(About HIPAA) “The last time I “fired” a doctor, I asked his receptionist for a copy of my records. She told me they couldn’t be released to me, but the office would gladly send a copy to my new doctor. Wrong answer! Not only can those records be released to us, but doctors are required---by law--- to do so, and to do so within thirty days unless you are given a good reason. Period.” p.204
© Jamie Sohn, 2007
Last updated September 21, 2007.
